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Sustainable tourism

In South Africa it is possible to have fun and change lives for the better at the same time through sustainable tourism

Responsible tourism and volunteering

Responsible tourism volunteers helping injured lion.

South Africa offers a wealth of voluntourism and responsible tourism programmes – the best of which are governed by standards to ensure valuable, worthwhile exchanges.

Responsible Tourism National Minimum Standards

Responsible tourism benefits local communities and visitors.

Tourism in South Africa has reached a new level of maturity now that Government and stakeholders have launched the National Minimum Standards for Responsible Tourism.

Imvelo Responsible Tourism Awards 2009

A volunteer works with Voluntours' orphanage support

An increasing number of entries for the Imvelo Awards reveal the growing support of South Africa’s hospitality industry for responsible tourism and its values.

Interview with William Price at INDABA 2012

William Price on quality travel experiences in South Africa

Interview with Deputy Minister of Tourism - Tokozile Xasa

INDABA 2012 - South Africa offers quality experiences

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Top 3 African restaurants

Abysinia

Ethiopian cuisine offers gently aromatic berebere-spiced stews, ayeb cheese, tej honey-wine and injera flat breads. Go for the authentic atmosphere, and do not get up from the table without experiencing a traditional cardamom-infused coffee ceremony. Corner Queens and Langerman streets, Kensington, Johannesburg, Gauteng. Mobile: +27 (0)72 918 8824.
Zemara

Congolese cuisine at its finest. Expect palm-nut chicken, plantains and tilapia fish grilled to perfection. Zemara is favoured by African diplomats so dress to impress. The Sunday buffet is an excellent way to sample a range of west, central and east African specialities. 223 Schoeman Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, Gauteng. Mobile: +27 (0) 72 756 2057.
A Palhota

Afro-Lusitanian fusion food originating in Maputo and Luanda. Reputed to be where the Mozambican ambassador eats on his days off. Mainstream Portuguese menu, but ask for the Mozambican specialties like coconut-milk fish curry, and the feijoada Moçambicana. Palhota, 59 Troye St, Johannesburg CBD. Tel: +27 (0)11 336 1156.